Thrust aside

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verb

To push something or someone aside, often to ignore or dismiss them.

She thrust aside her doubts and focused on the task at hand.
Visual representation of "thrust aside" - To push something or someone aside, often to ignore or dismiss them

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  • thrust doubts aside
  • thrust fears aside
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Emotional Impact

Using 'thrust aside' can indicate strong emotions, like determination or annoyance.

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Determined to win, she thrust aside any thoughts of giving up.
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Figurative Use

'Thrust aside' often refers to intangible things like ideas or emotions.

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He thrust aside his fear and spoke up.
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Overcoming Obstacles

It implies overcoming something that could be an obstacle to progress.

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She thrust aside her limitations and achieved her goals.
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